Muscle Testing Academy

The Ball and Chain of Judgment

One of the greatest sources of suffering I've found—both in my own life and in the lives of the people I work with—is judgment.

Not just judging others. But judging ourselves. Self-judgment can sound like: "I should have known better, why did I do that? Say that? I never get this right, what's wrong with me? I am never enough, I am crazy".

Judging others might sound like: "Why did they do that? It was so wrong. They hurt me so badly with that behavior, they should pay a price for what they did, they shouldn't have treated me that way, if they would only change I could find peace, I'll be happy when they change."

Judgment becomes the ball and chain that we drag around with us throughout life until we set ourselves free from it. The people who have offended you, hurt you, and you have judged as being wrong, undeserving of forgiveness, are the ball and chain you carry. I guarantee they are going on with their lives unaffected by that judgment you have made of them. That is why we forgive. It is for you, not for them. It is to free you from the burdens you carry and make yourself sick by judging them.

When you let go of your judgments of yourself and others, healing begins to take place. It doesn't mean another person's behavior was acceptable or require that you befriend them. It means you don't have to carry the burden of judgment any longer. You are set free from that ball and chain you have carried around for so long. This is what we teach in our sessions and in the Muscle Testing Academy. The primary tool for releasing past pain is Forgiveness. When you forgive, the body starts to relax, the brain chatter gets quieter, and you feel lighter. Would that be something you are looking for?

Why wait any longer to book a session today with Steve or Joyce to set yourself free from the pain and suffering of judgment? You can also take our upcoming Muscle Testing Class that will give you lifelong tools to help set yourself free daily.

May we be gentle with ourselves this month.

May we notice our judgments without condemning ourselves for having them.

And may we remember that every act of forgiveness is another step toward peace.

With Love and Peace,
Steve and Joyce Brinton

Click the link to Access The Gentle Art of Forgiveness:
https://www.muscletestingacademy.com/forgiveness

Upcoming Events – Updated Dates:

Online Energy Mastery Clinic
Wednesday, August 4 @ 6 PM

FREE Muscle Testing Experience @ Hampton Inn
August 11 @ 7 PM

Online Challenge "Getting Back Your Sanity"
Tuesday, July 21@ 6 PM

MTA 2-Day Muscle Testing Basic Course @ Hampton Inn - Friday & Saturday, September 18 & 19, 2026

MTA Advanced Course @ Hampton Inn
Thursday, Friday & Saturday, August 20-22

It’s Steve and Joyce Brinton.

Join us for a transformative journey of self-discovery and healing!

Are you ready to unlock the potential hidden within your unconscious mind? Discover the power of muscle testing! Since 2013, we have empowered over 51,000 individuals to transform their lives.

You can benefit from muscle testing if you are:
✔︎ Struggling with health concerns that resist conventional medicine.
✔︎ Battling sleepless nights, depression, or unresolved pain.
✔︎ Dealing with emotional scars from divorce, trauma, or abuse.
✔︎ Feeling trapped by anger, failure, or helplessness.
✔︎ Stuck in a rut with business or financial challenges.

Details:
Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Hampton Inn, 1825 N. Higley Road, Gilbert, AZ

Reserve your spot now and take the first step towards a brighter, healthier you. Click the link to register: https://www.muscletestingacademy.com/live